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Reliable Pain Science Education from a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 25 Years of Experience
This website offers reliable and scientifically-backed education for relief from many types of pain. Drawing from decades of professional expertise and personal experience, I am committed to providing accurate and practical information that enhances overall well-being. It is for educational purposes only and not intended to diagnose or treat. Please seek professional advice for your specific pain.
I'm Ali Ece, DPT, and I help people understand the science behind pain.
I am a Doctor of Physical Therapy with 25 years of experience specializing in the treatment of chronic pain. By using a psychologically and trauma-informed approach, I am sensitive to thoughts, beliefs, emotions, past experiences and traumas that may be influencing one's pain experience. I love sharing the science behind the mind-body connection and how it relates to pain. I have personally applied all the methodologies I share, witnessing firsthand the benefits of treating the whole person to alleviate pain and improve overall well-being.
FREE COURSE
FREE Self-Guided Course
Now Available:
UNDERSTANDING PAIN
Why You Hurt
What You Can Do To Feel Better
Take the mystery out of chronic pain. It is understood that the root of chronicpain is fear. But why might we be afraid? Sadly, most of us have been misinformed about what is truly causing our pain. Most healthcare providers are
out of touch with the current science of pain, and are perpetuating outdated ideas about why you hurt.
This nearly 3-hour course will show you some of the science behind the Mind-Body connection and how it relates to Pain. It's an in-depth discussion of the science of pain, how it connects to thoughts/beliefs/emotions/experiences, and strategies to get it under control.
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FREE HANDOUTS
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What nerves need to be happy
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The mindset that matters for pain relief
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How the brain is involved in making pain
Blog
How to Reduce Pain by Rebuilding Safety in the Nervous System
Chronic pain recovery often starts with understanding pain and restoring safety. Learn how reassurance and movement help calm a sensitized nervous system. ...more
Pain & Fear
January 26, 2026•1 min read
The Fear-Avoidance Cycle: How Pain and Fear Feed Each Other
Avoiding movement due to pain can increase nervous system sensitivity. Learn how the fear-avoidance cycle keeps chronic pain going. ...more
Pain & Fear
January 26, 2026•1 min read
Why Fear May Be Making Your Pain Worse
Fear and uncertainty can amplify pain by keeping your nervous system in a defensive state. Learn how pain-related fear develops and why it matters. ...more
Pain & Fear
January 26, 2026•1 min read
FAQS
What qualifications do you have?
25 years as a Licensed Physical Therapist (NY# 020839) working with chronic pain clients with major trauma histories
Multiple Certifications for whole-person care, including:
-Therapeutic Pain Specialist from Evidence In Motion/Purdue University
-Traumatic Stress Studies from Trauma Research Foundation (Bessel van Der Kolk)
-Acceptance & Commitment Therapy for Chronic Pain from Integrative Pain Science Institute
-Mental Health Physical Therapist form Integrative Pain Science Institute
-Male Pelvic Floor Therapist from Herman & Wallace
-Transforming Anxiety and Stress by Integrating the Embodied Brain from the Mindsight Institute (Dan Siegel)